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What is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is a powerful, research-backed treatment designed to accelerate the body’s natural healing processes at a cellular level. By delivering concentrated oxygen in a pressurized environment, HBOT allows your blood plasma to carry significantly higher levels of oxygen to tissues throughout the body. 


Clinical research has shown that this increased oxygen availability can support faster recovery from injuries, reduce inflammation, enhance wound healing, improve circulation, and promote cellular repair. It has been widely used in medical settings for decades and is now increasingly embraced in wellness and performance spaces for its regenerative and restorative benefits.

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What does the research say?

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is redefining human performance with a state-of-the-art chamber engineered to optimize oxygen efficiency, accelerate recovery, and elevate cellular performance.


Born from scientific innovation and tested for real-world results, our HBOT blends technology, physiology, and design to help the body restore, adapt, and thrive.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is a treatment in which you breathe 100% oxygen inside a chamber pressurised above normal atmospheric pressure. This increases the amount of oxygen dissolved in the blood and delivered to tissues, which can support healing—particularly where tissue oxygen supply is limited (injury, compromised circulation, complex wounds, post-surgery). 


  • Faster wound healing
  • Injury & recovery
  • Post surgery support
  • Post concussion/brain recovery
  • Boosting immune response
  • Encourages skin rejuvenation
  • Reduces oxidative stress
  • Enhancing performance
  • Trained Professionals
  • Swiss engineered quality equipment
  • Safety & effective therapy
  • Relaxation & comfort
  • Elegance & powerful support
  • Leading wellness with innovation

Our Holistic Approach

Our approach ensures that patients receive a holistic treatment plan tailored to their specific needs. HBOT sessions are scheduled as part of your personalised recovery journey, providing consistent and effective support throughout the process.

Ensuring faster recovery, deeper rejuvenation and a remarkable wellness experience with our Swiss-engineered HBOT chambers, setting us apart from the usual 'laying-down' chamber.

We’re honoured to be part of your wellness journey, with our HBOT + recovery lab programs, playing a key role in our integrated approach to health and wellness.

At VIP Health, we are dedicate to optimising your health through innovative technology & natural health.

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Who HBOT is for?

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) at VIP Health is for people who want to support recovery and tissue healing with a clinically supervised, oxygen-based therapy. It may be a good fit if you:

  • Are recovering from an injury and want to support tissue repair and overall recovery capacity (especially where healing feels slow).

  • Are recovering from surgery and want an adjunct option to support healing in selected post-operative recovery scenarios (in coordination with your surgeon or medical team when appropriate).

  • Have persistent post-concussion / post-head-injury symptoms and are exploring emerging, evidence-informed adjuncts as part of a broader recovery plan (e.g., sleep, graded activity, rehab).

  • Are pursuing general wellness and recovery—with a preference for measurable goals and a transparent, evidence-based approach rather than one-size-fits-all promises.


Not everyone is suitable for HBOT. We screen for contraindications and pressure-equalisation issues (ears/sinuses), and we’ll recommend medical clearance or referral if needed.

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Recovery from Injury

Research on Injury Recovery

Studies have shown, that for certain complex soft-tissue injuries—especially when there is significant swelling, compromised tissue oxygenation, or high risk of tissue loss—HBOT is used medically as an adjunct to reduce complications and support tissue survival. Trials in trauma (e.g., severe lower-limb injury protocols), and HBOT is often discussed, suggesting assisting with recovery in cases of acute crush injury/compartment risk or compromised tissue beds. Reference


Newer studies and reviews continue to explore exercise-related recovery outcomes, but results are variable, and soreness/performance outcomes. Reference  


Supports tissue oxygenation during recovery, particularly in selected injuries where tissue oxygen supply is compromised. While evidence is mixed for routine athletic soreness; as part of your recovery plan, HBOT can be supportive in your recovery. Reference

Post-Surgical Wound Healing

Improve slow wound healing

Studies have shown that HBOT may support healing in selected post-surgical cases—particularly when wound oxygenation is compromised or healing is delayed—used alongside standard medical and wound-care management. Reference


HBOT increases tissue oxygen delivery, which may support recovery, energy, and resilience in some individuals. Reference

Therefore, our oxygen therapy protocols may support healing in delayed or complex wound recovery contexts when used alongside standard post-op management.Reference

Reducing Symptoms of Inflammation or concussion

Reducing brain inflammation or post-concussion injuries

HBOT is being studied for neuroinflammation and brain-injury recovery. Mechanistic and preclinical research suggests anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective effects, but clinical outcomes can vary. 

There are multiple types of concussion, sports or life concussions are the most common. 


A life concussion can happen in various everyday situations, such as falls, car accidents, or workplace injuries. Unlike sports concussions, these injuries often go unnoticed, leading to prolonged symptoms and delayed recovery. 


HBOT increases oxygen levels in the plasma and cellular tissue, promoting the repair of damaged brain tissues and enhancing neuroplasticity. This therapy boosts the body’s ability to heal itself, reducing inflammation, alleviating concussion symptoms, and improving cognitive function. 


Emerging studies suggests that HBOT may improve certain outcomes in people with persistent symptoms after brain injury.  It may be essential to use our HBOT as part of your broader recovery plan and as part of your rehab plan and graduated return-to-activity. Reference


If you think you're suffering with post or life concussion, and you're struggling with; fatigue, headaches, difficulty sleeping, blurred or double vision, trouble thinking or focusing, dizziness, sensitivity to light, depression or irritability. These are signs your brain is still struggling. 


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General Well-being

Improving your wellbeing

Many clients pursue HBOT for general recovery and wellbeing. While wellness outcomes vary, HBOT reliably increases tissue oxygenation, and we focus on individualised goals and objective tracking rather than one-size-fits-all.


When it comes to your health and wellbeing goals, whether that's improving your sleep, reducing headaches or improving your focus and concentration, HBOT is your secret weapon to achieving better results overall. 


How long does it take?

Session times

Most sessions run60–90 minutes in the chamber, plus a few minutes either side for check-in, setup, and pressure changes. Your recommended number of sessions depends on your goals (post-injury, post-surgery support, post-concussion recovery, or wellness) and how you respond.

What does it feel like?

Comfortable, like a first class plane ride

Our HBOT is generally really comfortable. The most noticeable sensation is pressure in the ears, similar to take-off/landing on a plane, especially during the first 5–15 minutes while the chamber pressurises. You’ll be coached by our Practitioners on easy equalising techniques (swallowing, yawning, gentle ear-clearing).


Inside the chamber you can usually relax, listen to audio, breathe normally, and many people feel calm or sleepy. Afterward, some clients report feeling refreshed, while others feel a bit tired—both can be normal.

Is Oxygen Therapy Safe?

Safety is our most important aim for you

When appropriately screened and supervised, HBOT is well-tolerated, but it’s not suitable for everyone.


Common/usually mild concerns

  • Ear or sinus discomfort from pressure changes (most common)

  • Temporary fatigue

  • Temporary vision changes (usually short-term with a series


Less common but important risks

  • Oxygen toxicity (rare; protocols are designed to minimise this)

  • Lung barotrauma (rare; risk is higher with certain lung conditions)

  • Claustrophobia/anxiety (manageable with coaching and gradual exposure)

Who should not use HBOT?

We'll take you through a thorough assessment

You’ll typically need extra screening or clearance if you have:


  • Untreated pneumothorax (generally an absolute contraindications

  • Significant lung disease, recent chest injury, or a history of spontaneous pneumothorax

  • Active sinus/ear infection, severe congestion, or difficulty equalising pressure

  • Certain implanted devices or recent procedures (we’ll check compatibility)

  • Uncontrolled seizures or other conditions your clinician flags as higher risk

    • What to expect during your session

    We'll take you through a thorough assessment

  • Arrive well-hydrated and avoid heavy meals immediately beforehand. Make sure you're wearing comfortable clothes, and you might want to bring something to read. We don't recommend using your mobile phone inside the chamber, it's design to be your down time!


  • If you’re congested, tell us—equalising may be harder.


  • Bring any relevant medical notes (especiallypost-op instructions or concussion management plans) so we can align your care appropriately.

    • What can you achieve?

    Whether you’re seeking faster recovery, improved cognitive clarity, enhanced athletic performance, or overall vitality, hyperbaric oxygen therapy offers a science-driven path to feeling your best. We invite you to book a consultation and discover how this transformative therapy can support your health goals in a space designed for restoration, relaxation, and results.

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